The Trade Group

Accounts Payable Clerk

We are currently seeking an energetic Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in the Dallas office.

• General Description (More)

  Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager with responsibility for all Accounts Payable functions including but not limited to; accrued and timely payments to vendors, proper coding of vendor invoices, and signature authorization verification. Employee will work closely with department managers, supervisors and employees. Maintains awareness for discrepancies or suspicious circumstances and investigates as required.

• Key Responsibilities (More)

  Completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices.

  Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.

  Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries.

  Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities; verifying federal id numbers; scheduling and preparing checks; resolving invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation; insuring credit is received for outstanding memos; issuing stop-payments.

  Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.

  Stamp and sort incoming mail, matches invoices to purchase order and purchase requisition and separates into packets, verifies all addresses, calculates all increases on invoices, and takes discounts when applicable.

  Types vouchers listing invoice number, date, vendor number, voucher number, invoice price, purchase order number, receiving number, and general ledger account number.

  Calls to vendors to clarify any questionable invoice items or prices.

  Calls department for proper information and/or data regarding invoice payments.

  Obtains employer identification numbers or SSNs of all new vendors so that 1099’s can be sent at ye1.

  Also performs other related duties, including A/R.

• Qualifications (More)

  High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years previous experience in accounting/payroll field preferred

  Must have knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Accounting Systems: NAVISION a PLUS.

  Strong verbal and written communication skills

  Able to be self directed and handle multiple tasks and adjust to change with flexibility

  Attention to detail and follow-through

  Takes initiative when responding to inquires or working on projects

  Ten Key

  Friendly, courteous and professional demeanor

  Ability to interact with other departments effectively

  Computer proficiency-speed/accuracy/offer alternative presentation format

  Positive relations with internal and external customers

  Detail oriented, and a team player with excellent organization skills

• Benefits (More)

  Salary commensurate with experience and local market plus a strong sales support team, award winning designers, unlimited earning potential and excellent benefits including a 401(k) plan, medical, dental and life insurance as well as generous time off plan.

Sales Consultant

The Trade Group® is an award-winning provider of exhibit and trade show products and services. Our reputation is built on our dedication to customer service, our passion for creativity and our innovation in the event industry. We are more than just an exhibit provider—we offer services that ensure the success of an event. From pre-show, at-show and post-show tactics to leveraging technology solutions.

We are currently seeking high performance Sales Consultants to join the exciting, fast paced teams in Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Oklahoma City and Pittsburgh.

• General Description (More)

  Reporting directly to the Vice President of Sales, the Sales Consultant will have 2+ years of successful consultative business-to-business sales experience. Our sales professionals focus on a full range of event marketing products and services that include lead qualification, prospecting, presentations, product demonstrations, event measurement solutions, and closing.

• Key Responsibilities (More)

  Assist customer’s with growing their business through full service exhibit design product and service solutions.

  Leverage content experts, account management, operations, and other resources in a true team selling approach to ensure customer satisfaction.

  Uncover, pursue, and penetrate potential market segments using lead generations programs, Email/direct mail campaigns, telemarketing (webex), and company database.

  Ensure the content of prospects’ presentations and proposals are targeted. Ensure the requirements are aligned with The Trade Group solutions.

  Work closely with prospects to understand their business objectives and match those with The Trade Group capabilities and solutions in a consultative selling approach.

• Qualifications (More)

  A Bachelor’s degree.

  Applicant must have 2+ years successful business to business consultative sales experience. Experience and focus on display materials, graphics and exhibit management services a plus.

  2+years experience in penetrating existing accounts and establishing profitable new accounts, and proven ability to follow up and implement customer solutions.

  Must be detail oriented and understand the importance of documenting meeting minutes, action items and discussions/decisions held with customers and prospects.

  Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills; engaging communicator who naturally draws people to them.

  Seamlessly fit as a member of the team where individuals are empowered to make an impact on the business and lead its growth.

  A pragmatic approach and the ability to thrive under pressure of constant change and moving targets.

  Executing major account strategy plans, and selling complex solutions at the executive level.

  Creative, adaptable, persistent and flexible with strong project management skills, ensuring the entire sales process is carried through to on time delivery of product.

• Benefits (More)

  Salary commensurate with experience and local market plus a strong sales support team, award winning designers, unlimited earning potential and excellent benefits including a 401(k) plan, medical, dental and life insurance as well as generous time off plan.

IT Specialist

This IT Technology Specialist position performs a full range of Information System administration functions requiring a technical computer support background. Responsibilities include installing and configuring network devices; diagnosing and resolving communications, hardware, and operating system problems; implementing, and monitoring system security procedures; and conducting user training: and maintaining and implementing ERP systems. Support is provided to multi-user work groups crossing functional unit lines.

• Qualifications (More)

  Three (3) years experience which demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot computer problems (hardware and/or software)

  OR-

  An Associates Degree from an accredited educational institution in computer information systems or a directly related field and one (1) year experience which demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot computer problems (hardware and/or software)

  OR-

  Bachelors Degree from an accredited educational institution in computer information systems or a directly related field.

  • Knowledge of: local area networks based on PC's and/or servers; operating systems on PC's and servers (Windows and Mac); SQL database queries, monitoring, and performance tuning; computer application design, hardware and software; proper computer system data security/backup procedures; and company procedures and standards.

  • Ability to install computer hardware and software; to load and optimize utilization of advanced computer software and operating systems; to consult with company staff and managers on best usage of a computer system.

  • Experience with maintaining and implementing ERP systems; direct experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV a plus

• Key Responsibilities (More)

  Salary commensurate with experience and local market plus a strong sales support team, award winning designers, unlimited earning potential and excellent benefits including a 401(k) plan, medical, dental and life insurance as well as generous time off plan.

CAD/CAM Detailer

Candidate must have strong 2D CAD background with AutoCAD 3D modeling experience a plus. General knowledge of fabrication, CNC machining, store fixture, exhibit and display fabrication is needed.

• Tool path existing 2D drawings using Alpha CAM software for machining on a CNC flatbed router.
• Create 2D drawings of parts in AutoCAD or Alpha CAM for machining on CNC router.
• Nesting and scheduling of parts and materials to be cut on the CNC router.
• Produce documents for communication to CNC Operator and other Production Departments for scheduling and cutting of jobs.
• Participate in and facilitate communication with Carpenters and Technicians on final assembly of parts coming off the CNC router.
• Assist in any other administrative or production duties as required by Production Manager.

Shipping & Receiving Clerk

• Must have experience in FedEx, UPS, LTL & freight forward shipping.
• Transportation knowledge a must.
• Must be dependable, self motivated, and well organized.
• Full time position with excellent benefits.

Assembly Technician

• Qualifications (More)
  • Ability to read schematics/drawings.
  • Able to use all hand and electric tools.
  • Apply basic knowledge of policies and technical support skills to a single functional area or product line.
  • Demonstrate use of standard tools and equipment associated with technical profession.
  • Has basic knowledge of computer software (i.e., MS Office Suite to include Excel).
  • Communicate effectively with others (Verbal and Written Skills).
  • Work well in a cross functional team environment.
  • Must be able to work overtime, help with local installations and dismantles, and work independently in an efficient manner.
• Key Responsibilities (More)

  Performs installation and dismantle of exhibit components in different configurations per order.

  Reads assembly specifications, such as charts, blueprints, schematic diagrams, and engineering specifications to determine requirements for each order.

  Uses standardized tools, hand and electric and equipment to perform job duties.

  Completes standardized, ongoing duties and tasks (i.e., sub-assembly, assembly, build, test, R&D, QA) to meet production requirements.

  Meets or exceeds quality and production quantity standards as directed by work orders and Supervisor.

  Maintains housekeeping of personal work space and surrounding area (including floors, workbench, tools, etc.) in a clean and well organized manner.

Graphics Fabrication

• Laminating, mounting, and finishing large format graphics
• Cutting, weeding, and applying vinyl graphics
• Large format digital printing - coordinate multiple printers
• Sewing scrim vinyl and fabric banners
• At least two years sign/graphics experience
• Must be dependable, self motivated, and very organized
• Full time position with excellent benefits.

Account Manager

• Must be experienced in sales support
• Maintain client relationships
• Multi-task numerous projects
• Very detail oriented position
• Strong PC skills required
• Three to Five years trade show industry experience required
• Degree required
• Full time position with excellent benefits.

AutoCAD Detailer

We are currently seeking high performance AutoCAD Detailer to join the exciting, fast paced teams in Dallas.

• General Description (More)

  Reporting directly to the Design Engineer, the AutoCAD Detailer will have 2+ years of successful experience as a detailer for tradeshow exhibit fabrication, and the ability to transform rough product designs using AutoCAD 2007/2008 into 3D working drawings for fabrication and for assembly instructions.

• Responsibilities (More)

  Develop and produce fabrication drawings for production shop to include 2D CNC files, shop assembly drawings and final set up instructions. Candidate should also work closely with the Design, Engineering, and New Product Development teams. Provide drawings and technical support to sales and marketing, when required, via phone, email and face to face contact. Accountable to timeliness of the design project assigned and may also include concept sketches, detailed lined drawings and perspectives.

• Qualifications (More)
  • 2 – 3 years experience as an AutoCAD Detailer is preferred, new grads with related coursework will be considered.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy is a must.
  • Knowledge of CNC machining, store fixture, exhibit and display fabrication required.
  • Proficiency in 3D AutoCAD.
  • A general understanding of material and trends of trade show exhibits and retail merchandising is preferred.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent customer and inter-company relationship skills
  • Ability to multi task and work in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Benefits (More)

  Salary commensurate with experience and local market plus a strong sales support team, award winning designers, unlimited earning potential and excellent benefits including a 401(k) plan, medical, dental and life insurance as well as generous time off plan.